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Kucsma, 43, died while scuba diving Monday afternoon in Portland. He was a 21-year veteran with the Portland Fire Department, assigned to Engine 6, and also a deputy chief in the Gorham Fire Department.

Kucsma was off duty at the time of his death however, officials said earlier in the day he responded to an emergency call in Gorham. Because he responded to a call the day of his death, both the Portland and Gorham departments, as well as union officials, are filing the necessary paperwork to classify Kucsma’s death as in the line of duty.

Line-of-duty death classifications provide death benefits to survivors.

Visitation hours will be Friday from 4-8 p.m. at the Jones, Rich and Hutchins Funeral Home at 199 Woodfords St. in Portland. Those wishing to pay their respects are asked to park at Cheverus High School. Shuttle buses will be provided.

The funeral service will be held Saturday at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception beginning at 10 a.m. Parking will be provided in lots located on either side of Myrtle St between Cumberland and Congress St, according to the Portland Fire Department.

A reception will be held immediately following at funeral service at the Italian Heritage center. Interment will be private.